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palinode

noun

/ˈpælɪˌnoʊd/

Meaning

a poem or statement in which the writer retracts something said in an earlier work

The poet wrote a palinode to apologize for his earlier harsh words.

retraction, withdrawal, apology, recantation

assertion, confirmation

write a palinode, poetic palinode, retracting palinode

The ability to produce a desired or intended result; effectiveness.

a small thin branch of a tree or bush

a private meeting, especially a secret or important one

a spoon used for serving or eating food, typically holding about 15 milliliters

People who actively look for exciting and potentially risky activities or experiences.

a group of living organisms consisting of similar individuals capable of exchanging genes or interbr...